Solving word problems

In this lesson, we will use the techniques learned in this unit using simultaneous equations to investigate and model solutions to word problems.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

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Q1.x+y=6. Multiply this equation by 3.

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Q2.x+y=3 AND 2x-y=5 This pair of equations has been transformed. Which of the following are equivalent to the original pair?

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Q3.x+y=3 AND 2x-y=5 This pair of equations has been transformed. Which of the following are equivalent to the original pair?

3/5

Q4.2x+5y=9 AND 5x+4y=14. Solve the simultaneous equations.

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Q5.10x+5y=5 AND 3x-5y=34. Solve the simultaneous equations.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.x+y=6. Multiply this equation by 3.

1/5

Q2.x+y=3 AND 2x-y=5 This pair of equations has been transformed. Which of the following are equivalent to the original pair?

2/5

Q3.x+y=3 AND 2x-y=5 This pair of equations has been transformed. Which of the following are equivalent to the original pair?

3/5

Q4.2x+5y=9 AND 5x+4y=14. Solve the simultaneous equations.

4/5

Q5.10x+5y=5 AND 3x-5y=34. Solve the simultaneous equations.

5/5

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Lesson summary: Solving word problems

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